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River Severn Partnership Peatland Groundwater Monitoring Project

SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL

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Award

17 Mar 2026 at 11:06

Tender

11 Feb 2026 at 19:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the River Severn Partnership Peatland Groundwater Monitoring Project has been concluded by Shropshire Council, located in Shrewsbury, United Kingdom. The contract was awarded to Kisters UK Ltd. for the monitoring and management of groundwater levels in north Shropshire's peatland fields, aiming to improve agricultural efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. The procurement followed an open competition method under below threshold parameters, with a tender issued on 11th February 2026 and contract signing scheduled for 6th April 2026. The contract period starts on 1st May 2026 and could potentially extend until 30th April 2036, covering categories such as sensors and groundwater pollution monitoring services. The industry category is services, specifically catering to the monitoring of natural resources and environmental control systems.

This tender process creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental monitoring technologies and services. The project's focus on real-time, remote sensing technologies presents substantial growth potential for companies that provide innovative solutions to enhance environmental management in agricultural settings. Large enterprises, as well as SMEs with a focus on technological integration in environmental conservation, are well-suited to compete in similar tenders within the River Severn catchment area. Businesses dedicated to sensor technology and environmental services can leverage this opportunity to not only expand their market reach but also contribute successfully to sustainable agriculture and carbon reduction initiatives.

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Notice Title

River Severn Partnership Peatland Groundwater Monitoring Project

Notice Description

The River Severn Partnership Advanced Wireless Innovation Region (RSPAWIR) aims to encourage the adoption of advanced wireless technologies by businesses and organisations across the River Severn catchment. Monitoring the ground water levels remotely and in real-time would enable farmers to manage the peatland more effectively and, in doing so, enhance the efficiency of lowland peat to reduce carbon emissions. The RSPAWIR have identified 10 peatland fields in north Shropshire and have agreed in principle with the landowners to install ground water monitoring equipment on their land.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: One-off optional extension of up to 7 years

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064e72
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023927-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

35125100 - Sensors

90733700 - Groundwater pollution monitoring or control services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£78,407 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHREWSBURY
Postcode
SY3 8HQ
Post Town
Shrewsbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG22 Shropshire
Delivery Location
TLG22 Shropshire

Local Authority
Shropshire
Electoral Ward
Porthill
Westminster Constituency
Shrewsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KISTERS

Further Information

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